Events

The Ageing Australia National Conference 2025 will bring together professionals, advocates, researchers, policymakers and community leaders from across the country to explore the most pressing issues and most promising opportunities in ageing. 30 September – Plenary sessions from 9am – 5pm – Trade exhibition open from 8am – 7pm – Welcome reception – 5pm – 7pm 1 October – Plenary sessions from 9am – 5pm – Trade exhibition open from 8am – 6pm – Networking drinks – 5pm – 6pm […]

The Wounds Australia 2026 conference will be held from 23rd to 26th August 2026 in Adelaide. Save the dates and follow the site for updates.

This year’s theme, Rediscover the Magic, invites attendees to be inspired and enlightened as we explore the latest innovations in perioperative nursing practice.

International Central Sterile Service Week (now often called Sterile Processing Week) recognizes the committed specialists who fill Sterile Processing departments and make a positive difference in patient care. Held annually, this week of celebration starts on the second Sunday in October and it is a dedicated time to honor the professionals who ensure that medical instruments are cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized for patient safety.   HOIC is grateful for every Sterile Processing professional.

Podiatry Week is an annual campaign that raises awareness of ankle and foot health and the essential role podiatrists play in healthcare. From a child’s very first steps, podiatrists play a crucial role in ensuring kids walk, run, and grow with confidence. As you move through life chasing sporting goals, staying active for better health, or recovering from injury, podiatrists help keep you moving pain-free. You will find podiatrists across all areas of the health sector – from private practice, […]

This foundation program serves as an introduction to the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes incorporating infection control, structure and function, water filtration and workplace health and safety. These workshops are aimed at nurses, CSSD technicians and assistants involved with the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes. Register Here.

IPC Week is held in the third week of October each year. This year it will be celebrated from 19 – 25 October with the theme “STAND UPPP for IPC – Unite. Prevent. Protect. Prevail." This year’s celebration will bring fresh resources, inspiring stories, and practical tools to empower infection preventionists and raise awareness about the importance of stopping the spread of infection. Find out more Here.

Clean Hospitals Day is celebrated each year on the 20th of October to raise global awareness of healthcare environmental hygiene (HEH) and increase engagement of healthcare facilities (HCFs) around the world. The theme for Clean Hospitals Day 2025 is “Human Factors and Collaboration”

Clean Hospitals Day is celebrated each year on the 20th of October to raise global awareness of healthcare environmental hygiene (HEH) and increase engagement of healthcare facilities (HCFs) around the world. The theme for Clean Hospitals Day 2025 is "Human Factors and Collaboration". To celebrate download the Toolkit  https://cleanhospitals.com/promotional-toolkit-2025/

World Polio Day draws attention to the global mission to eradicate poliomyelitis (polio) once and for all. Polio, a severe and potentially fatal illness caused by the poliovirus, was targeted for global eradication by the World Health Assembly in 1988. Observed annually on 24 October, World Polio Day raises awareness of the vital role of vaccination in protecting every child from this debilitating disease. It also recognizes the dedication of parents, healthcare professionals, and volunteers whose relentless efforts bring the world […]